In the first of a two-part feature, Rex Parry puts the legal issues concerning E-commerce under the microscope.

Net in the dock

  • Establish ground rules on which parties trade
  • Debit and credit cards are the best methodsof payment
  • Protect the copyright on your website
  • Prepare the briefest, clearest terms
  • Register early to get your preferred name
  • Do not breach consumer legislation
  • Clarify sellers rights to refuse orders

    • Source

    Electrical and Mechanical Contractor

    Postscript

    Rex Parry is a partner in the Intellectual Property Department of Eversheds. Next month, he turns his attention to security on the web.